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RxPG HowTo? Guides
MRCP Part 1 HowTo? Guides
Perplexed as to how to get through the MRCP 1 exam?
by plabo - 3932 reads, based on 16 votes
Hello everyone. I would like to present all what I have learned by moderating the MRCP 1 forum at RxPG. For months, it had been a roller coaster ride, right upto to the exam and continues to date too. Every now and then I see someone coming up with a post as to be asking how to prepare for this exam...
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Research HowTo? Guides
How to Design Questionnaire for Use in Epidemiologial Research and Surveys
by shuvo - 2700 reads, based on 4 votes
Questionnaire are used in all forms of epidemiological studies to measure exposure both to possible causal agents ( eg. exposure to alcohol) and to confounding variables ( e.g. gender). The questionnaire may also be used to measure outcomes in cross-sectional studies ( e.g. disease status). Some tec...
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MBBS HowTo? Guides
How to Write Your Medical Curriculum Vitae
by specials82 - 10156 reads, based on 13 votes
A well developed, general CV can be a useful reference document, but to really stand out from the crowd, you need to tailor your CV for each job.
...
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DM - Cardiology HowTo? Guides
KOLKATA (WEST BENGAL) DM ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
by tom_bombadil - 10322 reads, based on 11 votes
The notification is due in March or April. It might come out in February too so keep watching
The notification will be on the website www . thewbuhs . org...
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MRCPsych Part 1 HowTo? Guides
How to pass MRCPSych Part 1 OSCE
by blue_mars - 6694 reads, based on 7 votes
First let me congratulate you for passing written test. Now this part of the exam is very easy. Only you can fail yourself now. One in three will pass exam. Yeh I heard that, you’re asking “what about those 2 people”. Well you will find the answer by reading this article. It takes only few minutes o...
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MRCPsych Part 1 HowTo? Guides
How to Pass MRCPSych Part 1 Written Exam
by blue_mars - 7006 reads, based on 12 votes
Before you reading this I assume that you know basic stuff about psychiatry
(for example the difference between Piaget and Piaggio. Yes you are right one is
persons name and later is a two wheeler manufacturer. I mean you do not need to
know too much about psychiatry at this stage. If you know...
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AIIMS HowTo? Guides
How to crack AIIMS and AIPGE by Subra
by subra - 15825 reads, based on 135 votes
Hi buddies. I am posting my experiences (secrets) in preparing for PG entrance
exams. I am giving a detailed picture which may not be useful for all, but it
might help you to assess what you need! At the outset, I would like to say that
those who are at the verge of exams should not take too m...
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USMLE Step 2 CS HowTo? Guides
How to get an early date for USMLE Step 2 CS exam?
by ravindra - 8608 reads, based on 2 votes
The Step 2 CS Scheduling system does not allow an applicant to reserve his/her scheduled testing appointment for another applicant, nor does it allow the transfer of a testing appointment from one applicant to another. When an applicant cancels a scheduled appointment, the appointment returns to the...
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GPVTS HowTo? Guides
Stage 2 GPVTS CBQ Essay Paper - How to succeed
by nomad - 9574 reads, based on 8 votes
The essay type shortlisting questions (CBQ) used as part of the Stage 2 GPVTS exam seems to cause candidates much worry. There are numerous posts in forums requesting past questions and model answers, but many of these candidates are missing the point. Learning model answers given by another succe...
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Saudi Arab HowTo? Guides
How to Succeed as an Overseas Doctor in Saudi Arabia
by dr_anweshi - 13768 reads, based on 31 votes
Many doctors from India are coming to Saudi lately. I have been here and it's a bit different from what most of us expect. I'll try to get things a bit clearer for those who are waiting.
The selection process is usually direct interview that's advertised in all newspapers. It's a good idea to get...
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DNB Part 2 HowTo? Guides
How to pass DNB Pathology practicals
by pathomania - 6781 reads, based on 10 votes
20 must-dos to pass DNB pathology practicals. Confidence, ability to stay cool under all circumstances, clarity of concepts, good basic preparation with proper planning go a long way to pass pathology practicals.
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MBBS HowTo? Guides
First Year MBBS - Day One, Chapter One
by vimoj - 10717 reads, based on 46 votes
First of all I would like to congrats all you dudes and gals who cracked thru the big Pre Meds into the so-called royal and pious world of Medical care. Kudos to you all! You really deserve it. At the same time amidst all that excitement of a brand new start, your stomach might be in knots on what t...
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MBBS HowTo? Guides
Guide for Buying Textbooks as a Fresh Medical Student
by shardul - 8318 reads, based on 15 votes
Now in sitting pretty in third when I look back to my fresher days I sometimes can't help imagining how foolish I was when it came to buying textbooks. But they say hindsight is always better than foresight. Therefore, I have decided to share my hindsight with you freshers....
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USMLE Step 1 HowTo? Guides
Step-by-Step Guide to Application Process for USMLE Exams
by docjyo - 12089 reads, based on 65 votes
Hi eveyrone. This article is for all those who are planning to apply for USMLE. Here are some basic instructions which I learnt the harder way (i.e. by experience). I hope that will be of use to all of you.
1. Don't think of going for a paper application. Its very tedious and takes a long time, e...
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Research HowTo? Guides
How to Write a Research Proposal
by shuvo - 6341 reads, based on 13 votes
Hope the following piece will be of help to budding researchers in medicine.
Typical components of a research proposal:
Abstract
Background: Problem identification, problem definition and problem justification
Goals and objective
Research questions and hypothesis
Stydy design
Methods
Analy...
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AIPGE HowTo? Guides
Salgunan Vs. AAA - Which one to choose, and when?
by shaky - 5839 reads, based on 22 votes
Most people starting AIPGE preparations are confused regarding which MCQs book to follow and whether to stick to Salgunan or to AAA or both?
During the course of my AIPGE preparations I had done both Salgunan and AAA, though neither fully nor fluently, but in the process I did get to know the spi...
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GRE HowTo? Guides
GRE Tips, Five More - by Sunshine
by sunshinenjoy - 7735 reads, based on 18 votes
This post is in response to the numerous emails I have received this last one
month regarding applying to the US. One thing that prospective applicants must
understand is there is no hard and fast rule as to what would work and what
would not. You must use your reasoning to decide that.
I’l...
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AIPGE HowTo? Guides
How to Tackle the All India MD/MS PG Entrance (AIPGE) Paper
by draditya - 7242 reads, based on 73 votes
hi! despite of having done the home work well, quite a few people are not able to crack the paper well,so,i have put up certain points which i think may be helpful in tackling the AIPGE paper...
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Medicine HowTo? Guides
How To Read Harrison And Make The Most Of It?
by vimoj - 7167 reads, based on 97 votes
As a PG aspirant, I used to ask my seniors if there was some easy way to read Harrison’s medicine textbook and what to read in it. I was usually recommended to read it as a whole. During that time all my attempts were to do the same, but at the end, I recognised we could also have the same results i...
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Cardiology HowTo? Guides
How I Mastered The Heart Sounds!
by soniadr25 - 2577 reads, based on 16 votes
I myself faced lots of problems in auscultation. I never paid attention to wards in second prof and used to argue that there is nothing called murmur, all is hallucination!!! But after entering final prof, I realised that I also got tuned to those hallucinations. I would tell you how I got tuned to ...
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PLAB Jobs HowTo? Guides
HOW TO GET AN ATTACHMENT IN UK!!!!
by bindasnikhilg - 4295 reads, based on 21 votes
WELL I AM NO GURU TO GIVE ADVICE ON ANYTHING LIKE THIS.
BUT I JUST WANTED TO SHARE MY VIEWS ON THIS TOPIC!!!
HOPE IT HELPS SOMEONE AS IT DID HELP ME!!!...
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GRE HowTo? Guides
The Dummy's Guide to the GRE
by sybarite - 7487 reads, based on 17 votes
Here is a structured framework for all those desirous of pursuing graduate studies abroad. The views expressed here are entirely my own, and please follow my advice at your own risk.
1. Decide what branch you wanna apply for.. the fields is vast and the potential immense.. but the more common car...
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USMLE Step 1 HowTo? Guides
AIPG or MLE: All we need to Know before going for USMLE
by AshB - 8868 reads, based on 181 votes
Well when I got stuck between Indian Pre-PGs and USMLE , I thought I was
alone, but with time I've come to realise that there are many docs like me
who're in this dilemma, whether to go for AIPG (by this I mean Indian Pre-PGs)
or USMLE.
I met a lot of seniors and friends and took their advi...
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IELTS HowTo? Guides
Tutorial on Writing an Essay for IELTS
by Dmitrij - 26486 reads, based on 65 votes
Seems as though most of you are bored with reading ready essay samples accompanied with help-me-correct-this appeals. You have been learning English and would rather look into the innards of essay creation process to get something useful for your own improvement. So would I....
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IELTS HowTo? Guides
How to defeat the time constraints in IELTS test!
by kuttu007 - 9221 reads, based on 24 votes
In the IELTS test, time is your enemy. Candidates who have taken the test and did not perform as well as they had hoped often complain that they were unable to give all the answers in the Listening Test because the tape was too fast, and that they ran out of time in the Reading Test....
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United Arab Emirates HowTo? Guides
How to get licence to practice as a physician in Dubai, UAE
by DHCC - 16368 reads, based on 23 votes
The Licensing Department (LD) at The Center for Healthcare Planning and Quality (CPQ) is the body that reviews all professional licensure applications for Dubai Healthcare City. Additionally, the LD serves as a data repository for licensing credentials, submits documents for primary source verificat...
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Ireland HowTo? Guides
How to prepare for TRAS (Ireland) Exam?
by altafnaqvi - 9174 reads, based on 31 votes
TRAS Examination, TRAS (Temporary Registration Assessment Scheme), Ireland is required for overseas doctors wishing to practise in Ireland. The Medical Council will not accept that any doctor possesses the requisite knowledge, skill and language proficiency unless he/she has passed or has been exemp...
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GRE HowTo? Guides
GRE - 14 Steps To America
by advisor - 5539 reads, based on 29 votes
Here are 14 must-do steps if you wish to clear your GRE and TOEFL and study in U.S (The Land Of Oppurtunities). If you are an aspirant then read on...
1. Passport : A valid passport serves as a primary means of identification to gain admission to your test centre and to your dream country. If you d...
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Haryana PG HowTo? Guides
How to prepare the Interview for H.C.M.S. (Hayrana, India)
by NeHrA - 2151 reads, based on 8 votes
I am working as a Medical Officer in Haryana Civil Medical Services (HCMS). Just today i saw the advertisement for 150 vacancies of M.O.'s in HCMS. I couldn't resist to help the members of this site to know more about it and how to prepare for the interview. Eligibility criteria : M.B.B.S. or equivi...
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Australia HowTo? Guides
Australia Calling: AON v/s AMC. Which Route Should I Take?
by dr_ajoshi - 8048 reads, based on 53 votes
This is a million dollar question? If you would ask me it would be the shortest possible one, the one which pays me the most and the one which gives me a specialist recognition the fastest. Read this article for a head to head comparsion between the AON (area of need) and AMC (australian medical cou...
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GRE HowTo? Guides
A to Z Guide for GRE Exam after MBBS
by veenalanka - 11573 reads, based on 71 votes
I just wrote
GRE (Graduate Record Examination, Conducted by ETS, U.S.) last week. I want to
share whatever information I gathered with the future GRE test takers.
Basically, I could not find as much info as I wanted when I was preparing for
GRE. In addition I realized that people in cities h...
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GRE HowTo? Guides
Basic Steps Towards MS/ PhD at US Universities
by yogidas - 18919 reads, based on 143 votes
Hi friends, My name is Yogeshwar D. Suryawanshi.( NIT(REC), Calicut). First of all I would like to thank Ullash , Raj , Amit ,Sunil .. few to mention here.. my class mates who initiated me to write this article. My special thanks to “ SUJAY RAJENDRA SANGHAVI ” from IIT Bombay who earlier made a sim...
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PLAB Jobs HowTo? Guides
Buying a Laptop in UK - Some Research
by Guest - 3045 reads, based on 6 votes
I have done some web research in this area, having recently come from India. I feel that laptops in India are generally cheaper by several thousand rupees but are a bit outdated.
laptops can be cheaper in UK if u claim your VAT back when you are making a trip back home. but its not wise to buy a...
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GRE HowTo? Guides
General Tips For GRE by Sunshine
by sunshinenjoy - 6808 reads, based on 25 votes
I am writing this article because a lot of people wanted me to share my experiences regarding GRE. I took my GRE on the 17th of August 2005 and scored a neat 1370 (580 verbals + 790 quants).
* The first thing you need to decide on is whether you will be able to handle the whole process of prepari...
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UK Visa HowTo? Guides
How To Apply for an Extension of Permit Free Training in UK
by copmed - 2593 reads, based on 2 votes
How To Apply for an Extension of your stay in the United Kingdom under the Permit Free Training Regulations Using Form PF/PGD 2002
Form PF/PGD 2002 is available from Medical Staffing Departments, Postgraduate Centres and from the respective Deanery. You may request a form from your Deanery by ema...
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GPVTS HowTo? Guides
A guide to applying for GP training (VTS) schemes in the UK
by nomad - 6561 reads, based on 10 votes
This article summarises the process of applying for a vocational training scheme in the UK (training to become a GP)
Applying
Entry onto a VTS is now managed centrally for each Deanery.
Currently, there are two rounds of applications for VTS schemes each year. Ads appear in the BMJ in Febr...
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IELTS HowTo? Guides
Writing Task II of IELTS
by limey - 16564 reads, based on 23 votes
The writing Component of IELTS is divided in two separate tasks.
Task I deals with report writing on information provided to you in the form of diagram, flow chart or graphs.
Task II is like essay writing either in form of argument or opinion.
The Test
Total duration of the writing c...
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IELTS HowTo? Guides
Writing Task I of IELTS
by limey - 17617 reads, based on 32 votes
The Writing Component of IELTS is divided in two separate tasks.
Task I deals with report writing on information provided to you in the form of diagram, flow chart or graphs.
Task II is like an essay writing either in form of argument or opinion.
The Test
Total duration of the writing...
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IELTS HowTo? Guides
The Speaking Component of IELTS
by Limey - 12437 reads, based on 25 votes
The Test
How good are you at chatting? Are you fluent? Are you aware of the particular accent with which you go around speaking English? Do people understand clearly what you speak?
Well,this is what the speaking component of IELTS is all about. This is a test to find out how well you can con...
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PLAB Jobs HowTo? Guides
How to write a Covering Letter for Job Applications
by RxPG_team - 8119 reads, based on 3 votes
A covering letter is a document included by you in the completed application for any job in NHS. THis letter is meant ONLY for the medical staffing officers and not for the shortlisting panel. It intends to give a brief description about the post you have applied for, your contact details and other ...
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IELTS HowTo? Guides
The Reading Component of IELTS
by Limey - 9405 reads, based on 9 votes
The test
If candidates are most unhappy about any section of the IELTS,it is the reading component.
This is a general opinion among most of us that, for reading the allotted time is never enough.And that exactly is the challenge here.With practice most of the candidates come out with flying ...
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PLAB Part 2 HowTo? Guides
Selecting an Appropriate PLAB Part 2 Course
by plabrefresher - 7456 reads, based on 8 votes
Courses can be divided based on
1. Location
A. in London
- Plabmaster, Eastham
- Plab tutor, Eastham
- Fahmidas, Eastham
- Plabez, Piccadilly
B. outside London
-Birmingham plab course
-plabwise Manchester
- NHS recruits Manchester
- Cardiff course
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IELTS HowTo? Guides
The Listening Component of IELTS
by Limey - 8192 reads, based on 10 votes
The Test
This is a test where you will be required to show how efficient you are in understanding a conversation in English.
This is tested by playing a recorded conversation and you are supposed to answer pre set questions based on the converstion played.
You are supposed to answer quest...
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US Residency & Match HowTo? Guides
Best Strategies for USMLE Post Match Scramble
by RxPG_Team - 9452 reads, based on 8 votes
USMLE post match scramble is an important and free process for International Medical Graduates (IMGS) in which all those who have been unsuccessful in obtaining a match for their residency can apply for the unfulfilled positions. The list of these unfulfilled positions is usually posted on NRMP webs...
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PLAB Jobs HowTo? Guides
Good Standing Certificate - A new requirement by GMC in UK for Overseas Graduate
by RxPG Team - 5096 reads, based on 8 votes
From 1 January 2005, General Medical Council, UK has made it mandatory for
anyone applying for limited or full registration to submit a certificate of Good
Standing from the medical council of the country of medical training and
experience. This certificate is only required if you have worke...
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PLAB Jobs HowTo? Guides
Clinical Attachments in UK
by palaash78 - 3758 reads, based on 11 votes
What is a CA?
It basically means, being an observer in order to familiarise oneself with the way things work in a different country. In the process one also is under observation from the higher ups.
Why CA?
This is the easiest way to develop your first hand contact with the system. With ...
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Dental HowTo? Guides
How to set up your dental practice in India?
by RM1VM1 - 2328 reads, based on 8 votes
As soon as a dentist graduates, he/she is faced with a tough decision. Obviously the best scenario is in being able to pursue a PG degree. But, this is not always possible. The reasons are many & varied. Whatever they may be, you have to switch to plan B. Whether it is going for Govt service or sett...
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NZDREX HowTo? Guides
How to Apply for Registration as a Dentist in New Zealand
by NZDC - 1680 reads, 0 votes
You must provide the following for Council’s consideration:
•Either completed Registration form: “Form A: Application to Register as a Dentist in NZ” if you
are applying for full registration;
•Or completed Registration form: “Form A: Application for temporary ...
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NZDREX HowTo? Guides
How to apply for registration as a dentist under TTMRA
by NZDC - 1372 reads, 0 votes
How to apply for registration as a dentist under Trans Tasman Mutual Recognition Act (TTMRA)
Under TTMRA a person who is registered as a dentist in a participating jurisdiction in Australia
is entitled, after applying to the Dental Council of New Zealand, to be registered as a dentist in
New Ze...
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NZDREX HowTo? Guides
How to apply for Registration as a Specialist Overseas Dentist in New Zealand
by NZDC - 1114 reads, 0 votes
How to apply for Registration as a Specialist
You must provide a completed Registration form: “Form B1: Application For Registration as a
Specialist in New Zealand” for Council’s consideration.
Australian dentists seeking specialist registration under Trans Tasman Mutual Recognition
should com...
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Dental HowTo? Guides
How to read pharmacology for Dental PG Entrance Exams?
by akil - 3557 reads, based on 12 votes
Following is a brief guide for the formulation of a startegy to crack the difficult subject of pharmacology for Indian Dental Post Graduation entrance exams.-------------------------------------
GOLDEN RULES
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1. Read whichever drug has a dental and oral sign...
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RxPG HowTo? Guides
How to read the newer editions of old books quickly?
by akil - 2316 reads, based on 11 votes
To read quickly through the updates in a new edition of an old book try this method.
Read the preface and foreword to the new edition. The good authors make it a point to tell us where they have added, where they have changed, what they have deleted, what they have modified etc.
All important...
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DNB Part 1 HowTo? Guides
How to train abroad with DNB?
by natboard - 3593 reads, based on 3 votes
Candidates who wish to work in Institutions abroad must sent details duly certified by the head of the Institutions on (i) status of the hospital recognized by the University, Examining body or both (ii) the period of training (duration) (iiii) contents of training (iv) details of training program...
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USA Visa HowTo? Guides
How to go for student visa for USA?
by Hamel Vyas - 3772 reads, based on 7 votes
I have been receiving many letters from students wishing to study in the US , wanting to know about the processes.
The F-1 visa (student visa) permits foreign students to get to the US and attend school at all academic levels.
A foreign student can reach the US in F-1 classification. Applica...
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Pathology HowTo? Guides
How to understand TNM system?
by Rohitmalde - 2251 reads, based on 9 votes
The TNM system is one of the most commonly used staging systems. This system has been accepted by the International Union Against Cancer (UICC) and the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC). Most medical facilities use the TNM system as their main method for cancer reporting.
The TNM system ...
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AIPGE HowTo? Guides
How to prepare for PG Entrances?
by chachoch - 5675 reads, based on 41 votes
I have been receiving a lot of e-mails from PG aspirants asking me to write an article about preps for PG entrances. I will try my very best to put down what I have been doing over the past year or so with regard to the same.
First and foremost, you have to be really strong in the mind to be wil...
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IAS and Civil Services HowTo? Guides
How to prepare for IAS preliminary examination
by indiancivilservices - 13926 reads, based on 52 votes
One important thing that candidates should keep in mind is that since the time between the Main Exam and the declaration of result of the Preliminary Exam is very less, it is advisable to begin preparations of the Main Exam along with the Preliminary Exam.
...
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IAS and Civil Services HowTo? Guides
How to prepare for IAS Mains?
by indiancivilservices - 12319 reads, based on 76 votes
Preparations for the Civil Services Mains Exam should start along with those of Preliminary exam. This is because there is much common ground for study, and there is little time for the mains exam if one waits for the results of the Preliminaries. It is a long haul and preparations should be done wi...
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PLAB Part 1 HowTo? Guides
How to prepare for PLAB part 1?
by tegs - 4419 reads, based on 14 votes
This is an example of how you should go systematically to prepare and appear for PLAB step 1. Refer to corresponding topics in section 1 of our book RXPG FIRST AID FOR THE PLAB for details.
6 months prior
• Register yourself with GMC by sending the completed registration form avail...
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GPVTS HowTo? Guides
How to Apply for GP Training in UK
by - 2713 reads, 0 votes
What to apply for...
Firstly determine how much GP training you require. If you are starting out on your GP career, you will want to apply for a full 3 year scheme. However, if you have some previous hospital experience you need to determine if it will be accredited towards your overall GP traini...
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GPVTS HowTo? Guides
How to become a GP in UK? A Summary
by - 2903 reads, based on 3 votes
Since 3rd November 2003 both the hospital component and GP Registrar posts can be undertaken while a doctor holds limited registration with the GMC. Overseas doctors wishing to undertake postgraduate training in the UK are admitted under a scheme known as "permit-free training" which means that a wo...
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GRE HowTo? Guides
How to choose a college in the US after GRE
by - 3301 reads, based on 3 votes
ROBERT RAYMER offers a practical guide to varsity-hunting for students hoping to further their studies in the US.
ONE of the most difficult decisions for international students wishing to study in the United States is deciding which school, whether it’s a college or university, is right for them...
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